Caitlyn Williams

Areas of Expertise: Education Law

Caitlyn specialises in Education Law, primarily in relation to Special Educational Needs and Additional Learning Needs matters. Caitlyn is committed to supporting families throughout the EHCP and IDP process to secure additional provision for children and young people to enable their access to education.

Caitlyn’s main practice comprises of:

• Securing an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment;
• Appeals against a refusal to conduct an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment;
• Reviewing and making formal representations on the content of a draft Education, Health and Care Plan or Individual Development Plan;
• Appeals against a refusal to issue an EHCP / IDP;
• Appeals against the contents of an EHCP / IDP;
• Securing additional support for children and young people with special educational needs / additional learning needs;
• Securing funding for specialist schools;
• Failure to provide education and specialist support matters;

Education and Qualifications:

• Qualified as a Solicitor in 2023
• Degree in Education Studies and Psychology

Background and Experience

Whilst completing her degree, Caitlyn started to work part-time in a local high street firm where she worked for 4 years before deciding to embark on her journey to qualification.

Caitlyn studied for SQE1 and SQE2 part-time alongside working as a Trainee Solicitor where she undertook work across various departments within the firm before settling in the Family law department which specialised in providing representation for parents in matters relating to the welfare of their children subsequent to the Local Authority becoming involved with the family. This experience coupled with a degree in education studies sparked her interest in education law and she is committed to supporting young people and children with Special Educational Needs and Additional Learning Needs and their families in the matters outlined above.

Joined HCB

• January 2024

Employment History

• Solicitor – HCB Solicitors
• Trainee Solicitor – Llanelli based high street firm

Testimonials

‘From the outset, Caitlyn Williams, Alexander Oliver and Emily Hutton-Davies demonstrated a deep understanding of the SEND process and brought both clarity and confidence to what is, as many parents will know, an incredibly complex and emotionally demanding journey. Over the course of my case, and in March 2026, the case concluded with final Tribunal outcome in our favour. They supported me in securing an appropriate EHCP for my daughter with the Local Authority recognising that a specialist setting was required. Their approach was strategic, measured and always focused on achieving the best possible outcome for my child. They were proactive at every stage, ensuring that key points were clearly articulated and robustly challenged where needed. What stood out most was their ability to combine strong legal expertise with genuine care and responsiveness. Communication was clear and timely throughout, and I always felt that my case was being handled with both professionalism and purpose. They took the time to understand the detail, guide me through each stage with confidence, and ensure I felt supported throughout the process. The result speaks for itself. I am incredibly grateful for their support and would not hesitate to recommend Caitlyn, Alexander, Emily and the wider HCB team to any parent navigating to EHCP process.’

‘We never expected to need legal help for our son’s school placement but found ourselves in the position to need to appeal the EHCP plan for our son. Friends recommended HCB solicitors and I’m so glad they did. The outcome was more than successful and we were supported through every step of the process. All work charged was fair and reasonable and everything was explained to us with care and detail. We dealt with many staff members at the firm and each and everyone of you were polite and supportive, it was an absolute pleasure to have had you as our solicitors. Thank you to Caitlyn who took our case on as things heated up you were incredible and your advice was exactly what we needed to finish the case. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this team if you are looking for help with your children’s EHCP.’